Chapter 41

“I won’t take this from you, Adriel. Don't raise your voice at me either."

"This is an insult. Why would you accuse me falsely of wanting to harm your wife?"

“An insult, huh? Are you telling me I was wrong with what I saw and you and Emma are on good terms?

Maya's eyes widened, her voice taking on a innocent tone. "Oh, Adriel, I do not know what you are talking about. I would never threaten Emma. We are friends, aren't we?"

Adriel's eyes narrowed, his voice firm. "Don't play dumb, Maya. I know what I saw. You were threatening her, and I want to know why."

Maya's gaze dropped, her lashes fluttering as she feigned embarrassment. "I don't know what you are talking about, Adriel. I was just...just trying to help Emma. Yes, that's it. Help her."

Adriel's jaw clenched, his patience wearing thin. "Help her? By telling her she is lucky you are letting her off the hook this time? What does that even mean?"

Deep down, Maya felt Adriel must have seen the text she sent to Emma but it does not ma